On Saturday, June 10th, Burna Boy, the Grammy Award-winning Nigerian singer, delivered an electrifying performance at the UEFA Champions League final held in Istanbul.
Taking the stage at the Atatürk Olympic Stadium just moments before the kick-off between Manchester City and Inter Milan, the global superstar captivated the audience with his talent.
Burna Boy commenced his set with the widely acclaimed track “Last Last,” which has amassed over 100 million streams on Spotify. The crowd erupted into cheers as he passionately sang this catchy tune, which has become a symbol of heartbreak and resilience. Following that, he treated the audience to a medley of his other chart-topping hits, including “On the Low,” “Ye,” and “Gbona.”
Both fans and critics were enthralled by Burna Boy’s performance, showering him with praise. One fan took to Twitter, exclaiming, “Burna Boy stole the show at the Champions League final. He perfectly pumped up the crowd for the big game.”
This momentous performance by Burna Boy at the Champions League final holds great significance for African music. As the first-ever African artist to grace this event, Burna Boy’s presence marks a significant milestone and underscores the surging global popularity of Afrobeats.
Witness the exhilarating medley performance of Burna Boy’s international hits, “Last Last” and “It’s Plenty,” as he took the stage live at the UEFA Champions League Final.
Watch performance here:
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